Physician - Urology Oncology - Chicago-24434

About the Role

Rush University System for Health invites applications for the position of Urology Oncologist in the Department of Urology, with RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center. The position is distributed across three locations: Rush University Medical Center (15%), Rush Copley Medical Center (60%), and Rush MD Anderson Cancer Center, Lisle (25%).

Rush urologists prioritize quality of life with compassionate care for both the physical and emotional challenges of urinary, reproductive, and sexual conditions. They collaborate with multidisciplinary providers throughout the Rush system and a robust network of external referral sources to offer personalized treatment. Many urologists at Rush are experts in minimally invasive surgical techniques — including advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures — and participate in clinical trials investigating new treatments for urologic disorders.

The department currently has 13 Urologists and 5 Advanced Practice Providers. Rush University Medical Center has earned national recognition in the latest U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" issue, ranking #22 of all urology programs surveyed nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient clinical care at Rush University Medical Center downtown campus
• Outpatient clinic hours in Lisle and Oak Lawn, Illinois
• Care for surgical urology patients with an emphasis on prostate cancer patients
• Perform advanced minimally invasive and robotic procedures using state-of-the-art technology (DaVinci XI and SP)
• Commitment to the education of medical students, residents, and fellows
• Collaborate with Urologists, Oncology, Radiology, and research to provide personalized treatment

Qualifications

• Doctorate MD or DO degree
• Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine and/or eligible for medical licensure in Illinois
• Candidates must be board-certified or eligible in Urology
• Fellowship-trained in Urologic Oncology
• Applicants with training and experience in laparoscopy and robotic surgery will receive priority consideration

Pay

$441,000 – $584,000 (full-time, 1.0 FTE). Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances.

Benefits

Rush offers a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more at the Rush benefits page.